Realme 12 Pro vs Realme V21
Comparing the Realme 12 Pro (2024) and the Realme V21 (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 12 Pro leads — 38/100 vs 10/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Realme 12 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V21 doesn't.
Realme 12 Pro
Realme V21
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (44/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 10/100
Comparing the Realme 12 Pro vs the Realme V21, the Realme 12 Pro scores 28 points higher (38/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro leads (44/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 Pro leads (48/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 Pro leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (44/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 Pro | Realme V21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 736675 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 935 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2719 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" TFT | |
| Resolution | 1080x2412 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | — | |
| Price | $215 | — |
Realme 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme V21
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Realme 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme V21
- 6.6" TFT
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Realme 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Realme V21
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme V21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (44/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 Pro or the Realme V21?
The Realme 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme V21 by 28 points (38/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 Pro and the Realme V21?
The Realme 12 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Realme V21 — 10/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 Pro or the Realme V21?
The Realme 12 Pro leads on camera score (44/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 Pro over the Realme V21?
The Realme 12 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme V21 is a better fit for everyday use.